Will Joey Votto win another National League MVP Award in 2012? (US Presswire)

The 2012 baseball season has arrived, and the Baseball Press staff is ready to play prognosticator and predict some outcomes. Which teams will succeed and surprise? Which players will take home the hardware?

Our writers weigh in with their picks. You can see our 100% accurate predictions from 2011 by clicking here. Feel free to respond to our choices and leave your own predictions in the comments.